10/30/2026
How do you choose the right co-founder, and what red flags should founders look for in a potential partner?
For Nanette Sene, CEO and Co-Founder of Juno Technologies, finding the right co-founder meant more than having complementary technical skills. It came down to shared values, trust, and communication.
Nanette met her co-founder, Lynn Doughane, while they were pursuing the same master’s program. While their technical skills complemented each other on paper, Nanette emphasized the importance of working with someone hardworking, honest, and determined. Having common values helped ensure they remained aligned, even when they didn’t always share the same opinions.
She also highlighted the importance of trusting your intuition when choosing a co-founder or business partner. Whether working with someone on product development, funding, or another part of the business, transparency and communication matter. A lack of responsiveness or openness early on can be a warning sign that becomes more significant over time.
Her advice is a reminder that building a successful business isn’t just about having the right skills. It’s also about finding people who share your values and are moving in the same direction.
Thank you to NINE SIXTEEN™ - Video Production for filming and editing this conversation, and to FFN for bringing entrepreneurs together for this discussion.